Cathy Sharp Bücher

All the Button Street children deserve a good home...

Heartbreaking and uplifting, the story of the workhouse orphan, Eliza, will touch your heart...Eliza was left as a small baby at the workhouse in Whitechapel, wrapped in her mother's shawl, which is all she has of the mother she never knew. At eleven years-old, unlike some of her more unfortunate workhouse companions, she has survived sickness, near starvation and harsh beatings.Master Simpkins and his cruel daughter, the Mistress, rule the workhouse with a rod of iron, but when Romany boy, Joe, arrives at the workhouse, his untameable spirit and courage give Eliza hope that another life is waiting for her outside. When she is sold into service, Eliza is relieved to be out of the workhouse and hopes her fortunes will improve, but cruelty and unkindness are everywhere and her salvation could yet turn out to be her ruin...

A gritty drama that will appeal to fans of The Throwaway Children and authors Nadine Dorries and Kitty Neale.

The compelling new book from the author of The Girl in the Ragged Shawl and The Orphans of Halfpenny Street

A heartbreaking story of one child's courage, from the bestselling author of The Orphan's of Halfpenny Street.

Two orphans must battle heartache and despair in the latest novel from the bestselling author of An Orphan's Courage and The Orphans of Halfpenny Street.

Torn apart by war - a promise will hold them together...

An emotional and heart-wrenching narrative unfolds in this new tale from the acclaimed author of The Lost Evacuee and The Boy with the Suitcase. The story delves into themes of loss, resilience, and the bonds that connect us, promising to engage readers with its poignant exploration of human experiences. Through richly developed characters and a compelling plot, the author invites readers to embark on a journey that resonates deeply and evokes a powerful emotional response.

Call the Midwife meets Dr Barnardo's in this gritty drama that will appeal to fans of Nadine Dorries and Kitty Neale.

Heartache and hardship in London's East End, from the bestselling author of The Orphans of Halfpenny Street It's the 1950's and the orphans of Halfpenny Street have found a new home in the Essex countryside at Halfpenny House. Meanwhile, back among the slum clearances of Bethnal Green, St Saviour's has now been partially given over to a home for disturbed girls though it still serves as a reception centre for local children who are in desperate need. Amongst these are Archie and his sister June. They've been 'latch key' kids; fending for themselves while their caring but harassed and careworn mum tries to make ends meet. Now she's been accused of theft and prison seems inescapable. Archie has no intention of letting his mum go down. He knows she's innocent and will do anything to prove it. But can he help his mum before adoption, and the authorities, take him and June away forever?